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Packaging Engineer Co-Op

CompanyRheem Manufacturing Company
LocationMontgomery
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Packaging Engineering Co-Op will assist senior engineers with R&D activities, prototype unit buildups, and lab testing. They will also support new product introductions, sustainability projects, and the development of technical literature.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
52
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Leading Global Producer of Efficient Heating, Cooling & Water Heating Products Respected For Reliability, Rheem is an industry leader for total heating, cooling and water heating solutions. In fact, Rheem is one of the few global brands with product offerings covering residential and commercial heating, cooling, conventional and hybrid storage-style water heaters, tankless water heaters, solar water heating systems, hydronic and geothermal systems, indoor air quality accessories, and replacement parts for all categories – making Rheem a one-stop Air and Water comfort solutions provider. All Rheem products meet or exceed rigorous industry and regulatory standards for quality, reliability, efficiency, and air & water quality. From design and fabrication to finished product assembly, each phase in the manufacturing process is rigorously monitored and measured to ensure the highest quality , durability and operating excellence. Rheem products are routinely tested and certified by various government and third-party testing labs to ensure quality standards. Rheem is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. It manufactures in Fort Smith, Arkansas; Montgomery, Alabama; Oxnard, California, Minnesota & Mexico. All manufacturing facilities are ISO 9001 certified. Rheem operates a state-of-the-art Parts Distribution center in Randleman, NC and distribution facilities throughout the US and in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. Rheem also has an international presence in countries such as Middle East & Africa, New Zealand, Argentina, Australia, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, China and Singapore. In 1988, Rheem became a wholly owned subsidiary of Paloma Industries of Nagoya, Japan, the world's largest producer of gas appliances.
About the Role

The Packaging Engineering Co-Op will help test and validate systems on an on-going basis. This position will be organizing control systems, Bill of Material structure for multiple product lines, and assisting with prototype unit buildups. You will work under and be given direction from senior engineers on a daily basis.

 

This position will serve Rheem North America, located in Montgomery, AL. This is a Co-Op position, working 40 hours per week, during a 1-3 semester duration and requires in-person interaction. This is not a “summer-only” role.

Responsibilities

  • Assist engineers with daily activities in R&D
  • Interns will assist with new product introduction
  • Interns will assist with Sustainability work of existing product line. 
  • Cost improvement projects
  • Production assistance projects
  • Field Quality projects
  • Interns will assist lab testing and setting up of units.
  • Assist in launch planning of a new product category
  • Learn how to manage technical data per engineers’ request
  • Assist with development of technical literature for field application.
  • Assist in Regulatory and data analysis as needed

Qualifications

  • Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering. 
  • Interest or experience in product design
  • Basic knowledge of engineering principles (thermodynamics, statics, or electronics)
  • Strong planning skills
  • Good presentation skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical and computer skills (Excel, Power Point, Word)
Key Skills
Product designThermodynamicsStaticsElectronicsPlanningPresentation skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationAnalytical skillsExcelPower PointWordLab testingData analysisTechnical writing
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingEnvironmental & Sustainability